Thanksgiving is around the corner and as the official start to the holiday season, it’s also the perfect time for so many of us to revel in the wonderful traditions that bring family and friends together.
But aside from the traditional “traditions,” there are also some pretty weird ones that families and friends might be carrying out. You know what we’re talking about โ we’ve all had our fair share. From ways to dodge our overly talkative relatives to how to deal with that holiday hangover, Thanksgiving brings out something different and unique in all of us, even if it’s a little odd.
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With the holiday arriving in just days, we look at some of Twitter’s funniest #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions, full of gifs, TV references and all types of snarkiness that we find all too relatable.
When it comes to family…
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions Using an Ouija board at the holiday table to keep your lost family members in the loop&part of the festivities.
โ Empress of Universe (@Kthhigley1) November 16, 2017
Mom does her own commentary during the Macy’s parade. #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ #๏ธโฃKevin (@justkevieHASH) November 16, 2017
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ ? I Like Pie, Man ? (@InLimboMan) November 16, 2017
A trophy is awarded to the person that skillfully deflects the most personal questions. pic.twitter.com/KkZ9UH6GhB
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ Tammy (@DagNabbitTammy) November 16, 2017
Avoiding your extended family at all costs pic.twitter.com/XQZdMnhWFP
The food and questionable food…
hiding food to take home later #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ haywhatsgood (@hay_whatsgood) November 16, 2017
That whole green bean casserole cream of mushroom soup mix w/ the fried onion crunchy thing thats only served to once per yearโฆ#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/VznF3FaG4R
โ Bob Marsdale (@BobMarsdale) November 16, 2017
Putting beef on the trifle #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/pjdyyGHtRQ
โ Maxine Jennifer (@maxinejennifer) November 16, 2017
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ ??Mrs.Houston?? (@lhouston6712) November 17, 2017
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Wanting dessert really bad but your mom say no wait because your food have to digest? pic.twitter.com/oAaioCN0Fw
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions Giving jars of pickles to family members with food allergies you canโt cook for. pic.twitter.com/BBK89GmCml
โ Nikki (@Nikki_Writ) November 17, 2017
It’s all about the turkey…
Weaving bacon blankets to help the turkey stay warm in the oven #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/dS4LUr0Z1X
โ Jennie ? (@JennieR27990167) November 16, 2017
Letting the turkey stuff you #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ Luke, Salad Dressing โ? (@LukeWheeler01) November 16, 2017
Putting up a turkey tree#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/De75Q0vTq3
โ โัฯ9ะผฯะธัั? makes the world go around (@JMoney731) November 16, 2017
People also really relate to a lot of moments from ‘Friends’
Playing for the Geller Cup #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/BErzvkl1vo
โ Robyn Your ? (@robyndwoskin) November 16, 2017
Imitating Monica from Friends #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/ZvkZyfe6EF
โ Ziggy (@mrjafri) November 16, 2017
Thanksgiving pants #WeirdThanksgivingTraditions pic.twitter.com/XmhouUB5uA
โ Maxine Jennifer (@maxinejennifer) November 16, 2017
Anticipating Black Friday…
Being thankful for what you already have then the next day getting into angry fits and fighting people for good deals at the store.
โ ?unicorns?donuts? (@UnicornsDonuts) November 16, 2017
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
Everyone puts their phone down. First one who checks their phone goes Black Friday shopping for everyone ?#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
โ The ยฉhris ๏ฃฟ (@FHTV_chris) November 16, 2017
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions The Black Friday strategy session and assignments
โ Un Usual (@owepinion) November 16, 2017
Going around the table to name all the things you want to get on Black Friday
โ Just Lily (@lilyandra) November 16, 2017
#WeirdThanksgivingTraditions
